A dog, even a small ankle biter, makes a great early warning system. You need to think of a layered approach when securing your home. The gun is absolutely the last layer.

 

Thanks for the feedback, but I'm not getting a dog and go through all that hassle, expense and inconvenience (been there, done that) to have it as a first line of defense. I'd like to think we're doing all the right stuff, within reason, to ensure the "bad guys" stay out. We lock our doors and windows when not in use or when leaving, leave appropriate lighting, inform the neighbors to some extent, etc. That being said, once your inside our domain, you a** is mine. That's what we're planning for. That's what this discussion is about.

 

A handgun, on the nightstand or within a nightstand drawer (in my opinion) is the quickest way to be prepared for an unwelcomed guest or intruder. Having my shotgun "next to the bed in a corner or something" may be fine in many cases, however it still forces me to get out of bed and reach for it. I understand what you're saying, but a dog is not in our future.

 

I do appreciate the feedback though.

 

A handgun, on the nightstand or within a nightstand drawer (in my opinion) is the quickest way to be prepared for an unwelcomed guest or intruder. Having my shotgun "next to the bed in a corner or something" may be fine in many cases, however it still forces me to get out of bed and reach for it. I understand what you're saying, but a dog is not in our future.

 

I do appreciate the feedback though.

Doesn't make sense to me. You think you'll have more time once the threat is inside the house as opposed to knowing that it's outside?

 

Anyway it's totally your call.

 

Best of luck.

I'm in the market for a new .9mm handgun. It will never be carried, except to and from the range to become proficient in its use. It will sit and stay on my nightstand, in hopes I'll never need to use it unexpectedly. It must be capable of 15-rounds in the mag (the NJ limit, I believe). It must be a .9mm, so please please please please, don't suggest a .45 ACP or a .40 or a whatever. Thanks in advance.

 

So far, it appears the Glock 19 (Gen 3, as the Gen 4 is riddled with issues) and the Sig P226/P226 DAK fit the bill as it relates to rounds-capacity, however I have no experience with either one. There must be others, but I'm not really up on the subject.

Have you fired any of the handguns that are in the race for you to choose?

 

You have pick out the one thst is most comfortable for both you and your wife to

shoot. Take your time,don't go with anyones advice because they all have their favorite

handguns. It must feel comfortable when you shoot it. Remember that if you buy a gun

without shooting it and you don't like it you will lose big bucks.

Scig

The M&P(at least my model)and Glocks have no manual safety.

 

Pull it out of the holster and fire till empty. You also get more shots then a revolver.

 

 

All of my Glocks have a manual safety in the center of the trigger. The weapon will not fire unless I press in the trigger safety.

What works for me, generally does not work for my wife. Our hands are comletely different lengths. That is why we have our own guns. Her and his. I like it that way.

 

 

 

Try every gun you think you may like, because like Scig said, it sucks buyimg a gun and then not loving it. Unless you bought used, you will lose at the very least $100 more like $150-200 to get rid of it.

Thanks for the feedback, but I'm not getting a dog and go through all that hassle, expense and inconvenience .....

 

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